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 INSTALLATION STEPS
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Installation Steps in Concrete

1. Using a 5/16" (for 3/8" LDT) or 7/16" (for 1/2" LDT) carbide tipped bit, drill a pilot hole at least 1" deeper than anchor embedment.

 
ldt_prod2f.jpg (3948 bytes) 2. Using a socket wrench (hand install) or electric impact wrench, insert anchor into hole and tighten anchor until fully seated. (9/16" socket for 3/8" and 3/4" socket for 1/2")  
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Installation Steps in Concrete Block (CMU)

1. Using a 5/16" (for 3/8" LDT) or 7/16" (for 1/2" LDT) carbide tipped bit, drill a pilot hole at least 1" deeper than anchor embedment.

 
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2. Installation Steps for Block Using a socket wrench insert anchor into hole and hand tighten anchor until fully seated. (9/16" socket for 3/8" and 3/4" socket for 1/2")

  

LDT’s can be installed by hand or with an impact wrench

Installation by hand—is easy, simply using a socket wrench

  
Installation by impact wrench—is recommended for faster installations or for high volume projects. Installation with impact wrench—is not recommended for hollow block.  
 
FEATURES

Easy Installation
Installs into concrete by hand or impact wrench

Anti-rotation Serrated Washer
—Prevents anchor back-out

(A) Extra Large Hex Washer Head
—With increased bearing surface
—3/8" LDT replaces 1/2" wedge
anchor application

Length Identification Head Stamp
—For embedment inspection after installation

(B) Hi-Lo Threads
—Cuts its own threads into concrete for greater
pull-out resistance

 
APPROVALS / LISTINGS

Metro-Dade County – #04-1025.08

Florida Building Code

Large Diameter Tapcon (LDT™)
 Installation Instructions
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